AXA IM's Rob Bailey exits after 16 years

Head of UK wholesale distribution

AXA Investment Managers' Rob Bailey has left the business after 16 years to pursue "new opportunities", it has been confirmed.

Bailey, the asset manager's head of UK wholesale distribution, left on 30 April. John Stainsby, head of UK client group, will assume many of Bailey's key responsibilities, supported by the wider UK wholesale team. A spokesperson said: "We can confirm that Rob Bailey, head of UK wholesale distribution, has left AXA Investment Managers to pursue new opportunities, effective from 30 April. "We would like to thank Rob for his commitment and contribution to AXA IM over the past 16 years and wish him every success in future endeavours. The UK wholesale market is a key strategic area for AXA...